Home Office U-turn will let some dual nationals use EU passport to enter UK

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Lisa O’CarrollMarch 14, 2026 at 03:15 PM
Home Office U-turn will let some dual nationals use EU passport to enter UK

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The UK Home Office reversed a controversial rule requiring British dual nationals with EU citizenship and settled status to enter the UK using a British passport. The initial rule, implemented on February 25th, affected thousands, including those who obtained British citizenship but hadn't received their passports, effectively preventing their return. The updated guidance now allows these individuals to use their EU passport or national ID card to enter the UK. Critics argue the change was quietly announced and comes after significant disruption and expense for affected individuals. Some, like a Latvian-British dual national, had to reroute travel plans and incur additional costs due to the original rule.

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